Installing System Board Options
6-7
Figure 6-7. Installing a SIMM
Removing a SIMM
To remove a SIMM, carefully spread the plastic tabs of
the SIMM socket apart just far enough for the SIMM to
disengage from the socket (it should pop forward
slightly). Then lift the SIMM away from the socket (see
Figure 6-8).
Figure 6-8. Removing a SIMM
U
pgrading the Microprocessor
To take advantage of future options in speed and
functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your
system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor
upgrade. Call your Dell sales representative for
information on available microprocessor upgrades.
You can replace the microprocessor on your system
board with any Dell-supported microprocessor upgrade.
The following items are included in a microprocessor
upgrade kit:
•
The new microprocessor chip
•
A new heat sink with adhesive tape
The following procedure describes how to replace the
microprocessor.
NOTE: Dell recommends that only a technically knowl-
edgeable person perform this procedure.
1.
Remove the computer cover according to the
instructions in “Removing the Computer Cover”
in Chapter 5.
2.
See Figure 6-1 to locate the microprocessor socket
(labeled “MICROPROCESSOR”) on the system
board.
3.
Remove the metal clip that secures the heat sink
to the microprocessor socket. Then remove the
heat sink from the microprocessor chip.
Press down on the folded part of the clip with a small
screwdriver to release the clip (see Figure 6-9).
tabs
2.
1.
3.
cutout
3.
1.
2.
CAUTION: See “Protecting Against Electro-
static Discharge” in the safety instructions at
the front of this guide.
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